Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Heat and stir sugar, water and syrup in saucepan.
2. 2
   Cook over medium heat to soft ball stage (235°).
3. 3
   Add nuts and salt.
4. 4
   Cook to hard crack stage (305°), stirring often.
5. 5
   Remove from heat; quickly stir in butter and soda.
6. 6
   Pour immediately into 2 well buttered 9-inch pans.
7. 7
   Spread with spatula.
8. 8
   Break into pieces when cool.
9. 9
   Makes 1 1/2 pounds.